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Will Warner Bros. Discovery Opening Up Merger Talks Again Finally Bring Some Clarity to the Paramount vs. Netflix Back and Forth?

February 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM
By Brian Welk
Netflix is agreeing to give Paramount a 7-day window to lay its cards on the table. Will it finally bring an end to the saga?

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Netflix is agreeing to give Paramount a 7-day window to lay its cards on the table. Will it finally bring an end to the saga? Will Warner Bros. Discovery Opening Up Merger Talks Again Finally Bring Some Clarity to the Paramount vs. Netflix Back and Forth?. Stay informed with the latest developments and expert analysis on this important story.

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